COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State men’s basketball coach Chris Holtmann says freshman guard D.J. Carton will miss Saturday’s game against Indiana, citing “personal matters.”
“D.J. remains a valued member of our program and we will continue to love and support him. Please respect the family’s privacy in this matter,” Holtmann said in a statement.
Carton also released a statement on Twitter, saying he has been dealing with mental health issues. He offered a message of support for others going through something similar.
A 4-star recruit from Bettendorf High School, Carton committed to the Buckeyes over Iowa, Iowa State, Indiana and Michigan, among others.
Carton is the top-ranked freshman in Ohio State’s talented class, averaging 10 points per game this season.